Business base

Engineering and manufacturing stand as the cornerstone to many sectors in Glasgow’s economy. Engineering touches both traditional and future-oriented sectors, ranging from construction and manufacturing to energy, aerospace, defence, marine life, life sciences and ICT.

There is a significant business base in Glasgow ranging from global companies to local companies that are making no less an impact.

Aerospace, Defence and Marine

BAE Systems, specialists in design and manufacture of warships.

Lockheed Martin, global security and aerospace company.

Advanced Manufacturing and Energy

Weir Group Plc, a global engineering firm focused on minerals, oil and gas and power markets.

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